We all wish our lives would have the cute, pastoral, aesthetics of a Wes Anderson film–especially those times we feel like our life just went to crap.
Luckily we can simulate the same idea. The Joseph Gross Gallery is hosting the Sixth Annual Wes Anderson Art Exhibit, “Bad Dads,” this month from the week of August 6 to August 9th.
The exhibit will feature over 70 international artists, and will present new paintings, sculpture, and affordable limited edition prints.
Drinks will be served complimentary by Stella Artois.
Wearing Cristóbal Balenciaga, photographed by Richard Avedon.
The media would be nothing without the photographers who produce the images that give this industry such precedence and beauty. There are a number of photographers who have left their mark in the fashion and beauty world with their influential campaigns and shots.
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Steven Meisel
Meisel has shot campaigns for Versace, Valentino, Dolce & Gabbana, Louis Vuitton, Balenciaga and Calvin Klein. Though some of his major campaigns have been controversial, he’s regarded as one of the most powerful photographers in the fashion industry. Meisel has extended his influence on major supermodels like Naomi Campbell, Linda Evangelista and Christy Turlington.
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Inez & Vinoodh
Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin are fashion photography’s favorite power couple. The greatest measure of the couple’s success is their work of photographing the most prestigious fashion houses. The list includes Yves Saint Laurent, Balmain, Jean-Paul Gaultier, Lanvin Homme, Miu Miu, Givenchy, Calvin Klein, Balenciaga, Yohji Yamamoto, Roberto Cavalli, Stella McCartney, Moschino, Mulberry, Louis Vuitton, Helmut Lang and more.
Nick Knight
British fashion photographer, Nick Knight, became also the creative director of SHOWstudio in 2000. Knight has been voted by GQ Magazine as one of Britain’s best dressed men in 1992, and has won many awards like the ‘Best Studio Photographer’ award at the International Festival De La Photo De Mode in 1994.
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Mario Sorrenti
Best known for his spreads of nude models in the pages of Harper’s Bazaar and Vogue, Mario Sorrenti was the one who shot the iconic and controversial Calvin Klein Obsession ads–featuring a young Kate Moss and Marky Mark.
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Richard Avedon
Richard Avedon is noted for being an inspirational role model of many photographers past and present, including Steven Meisel. His most notable works include Marilyn Monroe (1957), Nastassja Kinski and the Serpent (1981), The Beatles (1967), and Andy Warhol and Members of the Factory, New York (1969).
Every ticket purchase entitles you to a wristband, which can be picked up at each one of the respective bars in New York City.
The bars are open at anytime from Monday to Friday, and the wristband will allow you to enjoy $4 specialty cocktails and appetizers all week long!
You’re hungry and want to go to Solace in the Upper West Side for a $4 wings, then back downtown to the Bowery for a $4 Mojito at Agozar? Be my guest.
There’s a reason why the NYC Cocktail Week is only a week, and not everyday; because $4 food and drinks all the time? Seriously, you can’t even buy a smoothie nowadays for $4.
Take a photo of your drink and hashtag #NYCCW15, for a chance to appear on New York City Cocktail Week’s website!
Pick-up bar locations are Zum Schneider, Revival, Flute Midtown, and Overlook. You can pick up your wristband between the hours of 3 p.m. and 8 p.m., Monday through Friday of Cocktail Week. More pick-up locations will be added, so be sure to check back before July 13th!
You will be required to present your ID when picking up your wristband at featured bar locations.
Tickets can also be shipped to your chosen address for an extra fee.
Frame Denim; Le Boyfriend Supima cotton-jersey T-shirt. $90. Photo from net-a-porter.com
No one thought wearing a plain white t-shirt was cool until Taylor Swift sang about James Dean and his plain white-t… or until Kanye decided to sell one for over a hundred dollars.
Pair one of these plain white t-shirts with a pair of ripped mom-jeans and some chelsea boots. It’ll look like you tried when you know you didn’t!
3.1 Phillip Lim; Ivory Jersey & Organza t-shirt. $125. Photo from ssense.comDsquared2; White Cropped Short Sleeve t-shirt. $130. Photo from ssense.com
Acne Studios; White Vista t-shirt. $92. Photo from ssense.comHelmut Lang; Micro Modal-blend jersey T-shirt. $90. Photo from net-a-porter.comThe Row; Stilton silk-trimmed jersey top. $280. Photo from net-a-porter.com
Yohji Yamamoto F/W 2014
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Who would have thought goth subculture was reserved for Hot Topic mall rats and angsty high schoolers in films?
Rooted in the music of the ’80s rock scene, the gothic style was popularized by music groups like Joy Division and Bauhaus. Since then, the culture has continued to diversify in taste with punk, gothic literature, horror movies, makeup, etc.
Over the years, there’s been a range of gothic icons from celebrities, to fashion designers, to artists, as well as muses. Let’s take a look at our favorite gothic icons:
The award winning actress ditched frilly dresses in the ’90s and 2000s, adopting a rocker aesthetic by donning full black leather and band tees. As the eponymous Lara Croft, Jolie sported heavy black combat boots and an all-black leather suit.
Rick Owens
Industrie No.1: Get Fit With Rick Photo c/o Kacper Kasprzyk
Paris-based, American fashion designer Rick Owens is known for embodying anachronism in his clothing pieces and incorporating a monumental minimalist aesthetic. Owen’s line has made an impact on hip-hop style and street goth. The line has created a cult following that includes A$AP Rocky, Drake, Kanye West and Jay-Z.
“A black trench with a sharp shoulder, a black loose cashmere turtleneck, black poplin track pants, my black trainers and a black nylon Eastpak/DRKSHDW bucket bag can pretty much take any guy anywhere. At worst, you might be mistaken for an architect.” -Rick Owens
Yohji Yamamoto
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Paris and Tokyo based, Yohji Yamamoto is a Japanese award-winning fashion designer, well-known for his avant-garde tailoring and design aesthetics.
“Everyone tries to be Yohji, but Yohji is Yohji. He creates with a purity and an understanding of cuts that surpasses anyone’s. He is a genius.” – Donna Karan
Ann Demeulemeester
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A member of the Antwerp Six, Ann Demeulemeester is known for her monochromatic silhouettes. The dark color palette in her pieces, cut perfectly into masculine drapes.
“Black is not sad. Bright colors are what depresses me. They’re so… empty. Black is poetic. How do you imagine a poet? In a bright yellow jacket? Probably not.” – Ann Demeulemeester
Alexander Wang
Alexander Wang Photo c/o WSJ Magazine
Named one of TIME’s100 Most Influential People, Alexander Wang showcased an all-black collection at this year’s fall Fashion Week.
“Anyone can get dressed up and glamorous, but it is how people dress in their days off that are the most intriguing.” – Alexander Wang
Rei Kawakubo
Rei Kawakubo in Tokyo, 2005. Photo c/o EIICHIRO SAKATA
Rei Kawakubo changed the face of women’s fashion with her Japanese avant-garde aesthetics, creating an uproar during Paris fashion week back in the 1980s. Creator of the label, Comme des Garçons, Kawakubo incorporates androgyny and heavy, black austere pieces in her designs.
